… Says Aspiration is Anchored on Inclusiveness, Service, and Renewed Vision for the People
A respected philanthropist and convener of the GB IRORUN Movement, Pastor Babagbemi Joseph Adejola, has made his intention known to contest for Yagba Federal Constituency seat in the House of Representatives come 2027.
He announced this during a dinner event held in Abuja to celebrate his birthday and officially unveil the GB IRORUN Movement, a high-level convergence of political stakeholders, technocrats, grassroots mobilizers, and friends.
In his address, Pastor Babagbemi said his aspiration is driven by a deep commitment to people-oriented representation, inclusive governance, and the advancement of socio-economic prosperity across Yagba land.
“I stand before you today not only to mark another year in my life, but to rededicate myself to a higher calling, the call to serve, to unite, and to lead our people into a new chapter of progress,” he said.
He described the current political moment as one that demands visionary leadership rooted in compassion, competence, and courage, adding that GB IRORUN is not just a slogan but a comprehensive agenda for reform and empowerment.
“My ambition is not about self or position; it is about the people. It is about the silent farmers in Mopamuro, the resilient traders in Yagba East, the struggling students, and the forgotten elderly in Yagba West. It is about giving every Yagba son and daughter a fair voice and an open door,” he emphasized.
Babagbemi, who has over the years been involved in grassroots advocacy, humanitarian service, and youth development, said the GB IRORUN Movement will serve as a platform for mobilizing credible ideas, harnessing community strength, and building coalitions that prioritize equity and impact.
He further noted that his experience in pastoral leadership, public and private sectors, civic engagement, and political mentorship has prepared him to navigate the national legislature with depth and direction.
“I believe in servant leadership, one that listens, one that learns, and one that leads from among, not above. The House of Representatives must be more than a title; it must be a tool for transformation,” he said.
The event drew a cross-section of supporters, political stakeholders, and allies who expressed strong solidarity with his vision and praised his consistent track record of service.
In closing, Pastor Babagbemi called on all well-meaning Yagba constituents, regardless of political affiliation, to join hands in building a constituency where justice, development, and hope are not seasonal promises but lived realities.
“Our tomorrow begins today. And together, we shall rise, with God, with grace, and with grit,” he concluded.
Also present at the event were former members of the House of Representatives for Yagba Federal Constituency, Hon. Tolorunju Joseph Faniyi and Hon. Aro Samuel Bamidele. A retired military officer and former member representing Mopamuro Constituency in the Kogi State House of Assembly, Commodore Folusho Daniel, was also in attendance.
